Watch: Fan cams, atmosphere in Tokyo

SA Rugby magazine’s Jon Cardinelli soaked up the atmosphere ahead of the second quarter-final between New Zealand and Ireland at the Tokyo Stadium.

De Villiers: Boks need variety to curb Japan

Former captain Jean de Villiers says South Africa need to surprise Rugby World Cup hosts Japan with variety if they are to win their quarter-final clash in Tokyo on Sunday.

Japan keep cards close ahead of Bok battle

Jamie Joseph says that Japan may spring a surprise or two when they host a ‘frightening and physical’ Springbok pack in the World Cup quarter-final on Sunday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

‘He’s taken that stupid moustache off’

A selection of the best quotes from players and coaches at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Friday.

Pollard: ‘One-point win will do’

Siya Kolisi and Handre Pollard say that the Springboks won’t over-complicate their mental or physical approach in the quarter-final against Japan on Sunday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

‘We know what to expect’ – Lood

Lood de Jager on the Boks’ expectations from Japan during Sunday’s quarter-final, while Malcolm Marx speaks about his role as an impact player from the bench.

Guirado back to lead Les Bleus

France coach Jacques Brunel has made five changes to the side that beat Tonga a fortnight ago with captain Guilhem Guirado returning to the starting lineup.

David Pocock: A man of principle

Wallabies stalwart David Pocock has made his mark on and off the field, writes TOM DECENT in the latest issue of SA Rugby Magazine.

Fukuoka: ‘Kolbe a pleasure to watch’

Japan sensation Kenki Fukuoka has highlighted the threat of opposite number Cheslin Kolbe ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against South Africa on Sunday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Japan lose fullback to injury

Coach Jamie Joseph has made just one injury-enforced change to Japan’s starting lineup for Sunday’s quarter-final against the Springboks in Tokyo.